Indian Pacific to Adelaide All-Inclusive with Kangaroo Island Stay

9 Day Train + Touring Package

Indian Pacific to Adelaide with 6 days all-inclusive touring featuring our special 2 day tour to Kangaroo Island, Barossa tour, Murray River paddlewheeler cruise, Clare Valley & Victor Harbour tour.  Travel to the City of Churches aboard the Indian Pacific. Discover Kangaroo Island and its landmarks such as the Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch and Flinders Chase National Park. Explore the Barossa Valley, one of Australia’s most famous wine producing regions and the seaside township of Victor Harbour. Experience an authentic Murray River Paddle-steamer cruise and marvel at the scenery of this amazing region. Themes include: New South Wales, South Australia, Departs from Sydney, Indian Pacific, Luxury Coach, Returns from Murray River. + Show more

Package Includes

  • Indian Pacific Train Sydney to Adelaide (Gold Class)
  • All Flights (e.g. Melbourne to Sydney & Adelaide to home)
  • 6 Nights Adelaide Hotel (superior 4 star)
  • 1 Night Indian Pacific private Gold Class cabin (2 nights Perth to Adelaide)
  • 1 Night Kangaroo Island Hotel
  • Hotel Breakfast Daily, Morning Tea, Special Winery Lunch, Special Bistro Lunch, Special Cruise Lunch
  • All meals onboard Indian Pacific, FREE beverages throughout your journey, FREE toiletries kit, Cabin Steward service, in-cabin music and commentary, use of ‘Outback Explorer Lounge’
  • All Indian Pacific Off-Train Excursions & Activities (eg Broken Hill, Kalgoorlie, Blue Mountains, Rawlinna, Cook)
  • Overnight Kangaroo Island Luxury Coach Tour
  • Barossa Valley Luxury Day Tour
  • River Murray Riverboat Luxury Day Tour
  • Victor Harbor with McLaren Vale Luxury Coach Tour
  • Adelaide Coach Tour with River Cruise
  • Behind The Scenes Tour Winery Tour
  • Meet and Greet Personalised Return Transfers (Train Station, Hotel and Airport)
  • FREE DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Bonus Voucher Book ($500 Value discounts and bonuses in South Australia)

Highlights

  Broken Hill (Sydney to Adelaide)   Adelaide Hills   Adelaide Oval   Barossa Valley   Beehive Corner   Encounter Bay   Fleurieu Peninsula   Gardens and Greenbelts   Goolwa   Hahndorf   Horseshoe Bay   King William Street Boulevard   Lake Alexandina   Mannum   McLaren Vale   Mount Lofty Ranges   Murray Paddle-Steamer   Murray River   Port Elliot   Rundle Mall   The Terraces   Torrens Gorge   Victor Harbor   Victoria Square   Adelaide   Special Cruise Lunch   Special Winery Lunch   Kangaroo Island   Cook (Perth to Adelaide)   Kalgoorlie (Perth to Adelaide)   Wineries of South Australia   Wildlife of South Australia   Blue Mountains (Adelaide to Sydney)
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DAYS 1-2 Indian Pacific Sydney to Adelaide

Fly into Sydney and be personally met at the airport by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the airport to the Indian Pacific railway station to begin your journey to Adelaide.

Embark on the legendary Indian Pacific as you travel from the harbour city of Sydney to the 'City of Churches' Adelaide, marvel at the beauty passing by your cabin window, the magnificent Blue Mountains, rural countryside, tough mallee scrub home to the outback town of Broken Hill and onto the fertile green surrounds of beautiful Adelaide. 

See below for full details on your Indian Pacific journey. Note: passengers embarking in Perth enjoy 1 extra night on the Indian Pacific. 

As you arrive into Adelaide you can feel the history and culture of 'The City of Churches'. You will be personally met by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the Indian Pacific railway station on arrival in Adelaide to your Adelaide hotel. You can relax and use the rest of the day to explore your hotel and its facilities, perhaps take a stroll around the neighbourhood and central Adelaide. 

Meet and Greet Personalised Arrival Transfer, 1 Breakfast,1 Lunch, 1 Dinner, Overnight Gold Service Cabin on the Indian Pacific, Luxury Broken Hill Coach Tour, Luxury Kalgoorlie Coach Tour (Perth to Adelaide customers only), Meet and Greet Personalised Rail Transfer, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation. 

DAY 3 Adelaide Luxury Coach Tour & River Cruise

Adelaide is famous for stylish architecture, beautiful parklands, boutique shopping, cafe strips, sandy swimming beaches, fabulous arts events, festivals, nightlife, and sandstone cottages with sweeping gardens. The diverse cultural mix of its one million population guarantees that the food is sensational. Adelaide is Australia's wine capital and lies between rolling hills to the east and beautiful sandy beaches to the west, with world class vineyards within easy reach.

Your friendly driver will pick you up in the comfortable air-conditioned luxury coach before sharing experiences, fascinating facts and enchanting stories in the on-board full commentary throughout the morning. Today see Victoria Square (heart of Adelaide city), Gouger Street (restaurant cafe strip), King William Street's famous boulevard, The Terraces (4 terraces that separate the city from its greenbelts) and Adelaide's magnificent parks, gardens and greenbelts. See River Torrens with its delightful garden banks, Parliament House, State Library, Trinity Church (Adelaide's oldest church), fashionable Hutt Street and stop at Haigh's Chocolates to enjoy complimentary tea or coffee accompanied by fine Haigh's chocolates (Haigh's unavailable on Sundays). See Beehive Corner at Rundle Mall, Adelaide Oval (one of Australia's most notable cricket grounds and houses the Bradman collection), the quaint suburbs of North Adelaide; O'Connell Street (restaurants and trendy shops), St Peter's Cathedral, Colonel Light's Lookout on Montefiore Hill (spectacular views over Adelaide).

Following your tour of Adelaide, embark on a leisurely scenic cruise along the Torrens River on board the famous Adelaide icon, “The Popeye”. Take in the picturesque scenery and prolific birdlife as you cruise through the heart of this wonderful city. Finish your cruise at Elder Park and spend some time taking in this beautiful oasis in the heart of Adelaide.

Enjoy some free-time this afternoon to explore Adelaide and some of it treasures

Breakfast, Luxury Coach Tour with Hotel Pick Ups, Torrens River Cruise, Tea, Haigh's Chocolates, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation.

DAY 4 Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island is a spectacular haven for a wealth of native wildlife, the majestic scenery here is home to sea lions, kangaroos, koalas, wallabies and penguins, explore eerie underground caves, climb rugged rock formations and swim, snorkel, fish and dive the ocean from sensational beaches and secluded coves.

Your friendly local driver will pick you up in the comfortable air-conditioned coach before sharing experiences, fascinating facts and enchanting stories in the on-board full commentary. Board the ferry to Kangaroo Island and spend time at Penneshaw.

Breakfast, Ferry to Kangaroo Island with Hotel Pick Up, Overnight Kangaroo Island Accommodation

DAY 5 Kangaroo Island Tour

Kangaroo Island is a spectacular haven for a wealth of native wildlife, the majestic scenery here is home to sea lions, kangaroos, koalas, wallabies and penguins, explore eerie underground caves, climb rugged rock formations and swim, snorkel, fish and dive the ocean from sensational beaches and secluded coves.

Experience iconic landmarks such as Remarkable Rocks, Admirals Arch and Flinders Chase National Park. Stop at Hanson Bay Wildlife Sanctuary, and enjoy lunch at Vivonne Bay Bistro before taking the ferry back to Adelaide.

Breakfast, Luxury Coach Tour with Hotel Pick Up, Special Two Course Lunch, Ferry to Adelaide, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation

DAY 6 Murray Paddle-Steamer with Special Lunch

Travel by luxury coach through rolling hills and rural land now rich in green vineyards and golden citrus orchards thanks to the Murray, the arid pasture region of the Murraylands. Arrive at Mannum (birthplace of the River Murray paddle-steamers), cruise the broad waters of the Murray onboard your historic paddle-steamer riverboat, enjoy a delightful morning tea on board, whilst marveling at the stark cliffs, river red gums and willows that burden the waters of the Mighty Murray. Spot for galahs, cockatoos and pelicans. Time for your Special Lunch, a delicious buffet lunch served onboard your paddle-steamer as you cruise the majestic Murray. Take in the view over Mannum and the Murray from a scenic lookout, enjoy free time exploring Mannum, perhaps take a ride on the punt (time permitting). Follow the Torrens Valley scenic drive through Palmer, Tungkillo and Birdwood to Gumeracha; Stop at Gumeracha Toy Factory (home of the Big Rocking Horse). Continue down the Chain of Ponds to Tea Tree Gully. Return to Adelaide through the undulating green Adelaide Hills after full day of new memories.

Breakfast, Luxury Coach Tour with Hotel Pick-Up, Morning Tea, Paddle-Steamer River Cruise, Special Buffet Lunch, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation.

DAY 7 Barossa Valley with Special Lunch

Leaving Adelaide, enjoy a scenic tour alongside the Torrens River through the spectacular Torrens Gorge, see Kangaroo Creek Reservoir, Millbrooke Reservoir, Williamstown (beautiful stone buildings) and learn the secrets of Barossa Reservoir's 'Whispering Wall'. Stop at Lyndoch Bakery for complimentary coffee or tea and a German sampler plate of sweet treats. Discover the art of great winemaking on your 'Behind the Scenes' guided tour of Richmond Grove Wines, housed in a charming historic chateau. Enjoy a tutored wine tasting incorporating introductory wine education, view the original winery built in 1897 with traditional winemaking equipment. Stop at Kaesler Winery for a delicious Special Lunch, your two course winery restaurant lunch with the opportunity to taste wines from this highly regarded vineyard.

Experience the panoramic views over the Barossa Valley from Mengler's Hill lookout, continue through the old mill town of Woodside and the Adelaide Hills. Stop at Hahndorf (Australia's oldest German settlement), stroll under the Elm trees along Hahndorf's main street, see quaint cottages, craft shops and tea rooms. See the delightful villages of Crafers, Stirling, Aldgate (all set amongst the lush greenness of the Adelaide Hills) and Bridgewater (with Bridgewater Mill and Waterwheel). Head back to Adelaide with a deep appreciation of the Australian wine industry and the beauty of the Adelaide Hills.

Breakfast, Luxury Day Tour with Hotel Pick-Up, Morning Tea, Bakery Sampler Plate, Winemaking Tour, Wine Education, Special Two Course Lunch, Wine Tastings, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation.

DAY 8 Victor Harbor & McLaren Vale

The Fleurieu Peninsula is a holiday playground of wineries, seaside towns and lakes whose population trebles during holiday periods. The splendid seaside resort township of Victor Harbour is where the mouth of the massive Murray River finally meets the ocean. The internationally respected wine region of McLaren Vale has more than 60 cellar doors and produces amazing Shiraz, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay wines. The old paddle-steamer port of Goolwa is on Lake Alexandrina, near the Murray Mouth, and is joined by a bridge to Hindmarsh Island .

Tour through the Mt Lofty Ranges with its many quaint villages and panoramic views. Stop at historic Strathalbyn on the Angas River. See the river Port of Goolwa (where the Murray River meets the lakes and sea), Port Elliot, Horseshoe Bay, Encounter Bay and Victor Harbor. Perhaps ride a horse drawn tram across the causeway to Granite Island. Enjoy some free time to explore Victor Harbor. Then onto McLaren Vale wine region to see the vineyards, leafy olive groves, almond groves and magnificent old stone wineries. Perhaps taste top local wines at Hardys Tintara Cellar Door, sample produce at Medlows Confectionary and sample produce at Almond Train. Take in the views of the picturesque coastal seaside towns, before heading north back to Adelaide to conclude your full day of exploring the Fleurieu Peninsula.

Breakfast, Luxury Coach Tour with Hotel Pick Ups, Overnight Adelaide Accommodation.

DAY 9 Say Goodbye to Adelaide

Time to say goodbye to beautiful Adelaide your fellow travellers and friendly hotel hosts. You will be personally met at your hotel by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred to the airport to meet your flight home.

Breakfast, Meet and Greet Personalised Departure Transfer.

Inclusions onboard the Indian Pacific

Relax in your private Gold Class Cabin and watch the passing landscapes of Australia pass by through your large window. Enjoy all meals onboard the Indian Pacific in the stylish Queen Adelaide Restaurant Car (flexible times, hearty breakfasts, two course lunches, three course dinners). Your package includes FREE soft drinks, beers, high-quality standard wines, base spirits, tea and coffee throughout your journey on board. You will also receive a FREE toiletries kit. You have your own en suite, Cabin Steward service, in-cabin music and detailed journey commentary (available from your cabin sound system) and you will love the cosy but exclusive atmosphere of the Outback Explorer Lounge. Your package includes Gold Class but can be upgraded to Platinum Class.

Upgrade to Platinum Class: Experience the luxury of larger cabin space (twice the size of a Gold Class Twin Cabin) along with private Platinum Transfers, in-cabin breakfasts and access to the exclusive new Platinum Lounge and Restaurant. See Upgrade Options below for details.

Luxury Coach Touring

Your special overnight Luxury Coach Touring includes return ferry travel to Kangaroo Island, 1 breakfast and 1 lunch. The luxury vehicle has a personalised air-conditioning, a video system and an onboard toilet. 

Flights Included

This package includes all flights as detailed below in the price section (including all fees, levies and taxes). However, we can tailor this package to include our special discounted 'package only' airfares from anywhere. Simply let us know.

Airport and Rail Transfers Included

You will be personally met by a DISCOVER AUSTRALIA representative and transferred from the airport to the railway station, from the railway station on arrival in Adelaide to your hotel and from your hotel to the airport to meet your flight home.

DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Bonus Voucher Book

You’ll receive the FREE DISCOVER AUSTRALIA Bonus Voucher Book that includes $500 value of discounts and bonuses throughout Adelaide and SA at shops, restaurants attractions, wineries etc. It’s a great way to save even more on your South Australia holiday.

All Off-Train Excursions & Activities Included

This package includes all Off-Train activities with various touring options:

Broken Hill (Sydney to Adelaide): Choose from a selection of included tour options.

Blue Mountains (Adelaide to Sydney): Explore the magnificent Blue Mountains by railway, cableway and skyway.

Cook: Enjoy a self-guided walk of this deserted outback town.

Kalgoorlie: (Perth to Adelaide): Experience a thrilling tour of the world’s largest single open cut mining operation.

Rawlinna (Adelaide to Perth): Disembark to enjoy a traditional outback lamb roast, under the wide Nullarbor skies.

The Indian Pacific in Detail

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Overview

The adventure that spans Australia... the world famous trans-continental Indian Pacific connects Australia's Pacific and Indian Ocean coasts. The 4 day journey between Sydney and Perth enables you to experience the kaleidoscope of Australian landscapes, including the dramatic Blue Mountains, historic outback Broken Hill, South Australia's rolling green hills, Adelaide, the expansive Nullarbor Plain, the goldfields of Kalgoorlie, the golden wheatbelt and fertile Avon Valley. Cruise the Nullarbor with stylish luxury. Enjoy the off-train touring and activities. Savour the food and wines matching the destinations you pass through.

DISCOVER AUSTRALIA has included everything in your package, there’s no more to pay.


Optional Upgrades

Platinum Service

Upgrade to Platinum Service to join a select group of passengers that will experience the very best in luxury train travel onboard the Indian Pacific including the new and exclusive Platinum Club Car. Platinum Service includes: Spacious private lounge style cabins, premium ensuite cabin with twin or double bed, panoramic views to each side, personalised cabin steward service, private transfers to and from your journey (up to 50kms), generous luggage limit (3 x 30kg), the new and exclusive Platinum Club Car, Outback Explorer Lounge and Queen Adelaide Restaurant access, Off Train Excursions, all onboard meals including breakfast, lunch and dinner, breakfast served to you in your cabin if you choose (new regional based menu), standard wines, beers, spirits and soft drinks are also included. The indulgent Platinum Service cabins are nearly twice the size of Gold Service cabins and come with premium fittings. The large panoramic windows give you the best seats onboard the Indian Pacific plus you have an interior window to give you views of both sides of the train at the same time. During the day, your cabin will be configured as a private lounge, with deluxe lounge seating, a table and two ottomans. By night, it is converted to a comfortable bedroom, with either a double bed or twin beds. All packages can be upgraded to include luxurious Platinum Service, simply ask.

“Luxury” Hotel Upgrade (5 star)

The “Luxury” hotel option is upscale with a more luxurious feel for the discerning traveller and great for celebrating an anniversary (typically 5 stars). Upgrade this package to 6 nights in a "Luxury" Adelaide hotel.
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